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Questions About Eligibility Requirements (UCM)
- In what years can students participate?
- Second-year students, Third-year students, Fourth-year students. We typically recommend that students have completed at least one upper division course before participating in the program.
- Is there a GPA requirement?
- Yes. students should have a 3.0 or higher GPA, however, the flexibility of the program for lower GPAs will depend on the rest of each individual student's application.
- Can undocumented students participate?
- Yes, undocumented students are eligible to participate!
Questions About the Program Application (UCM)
- How can I access the application?
- The online application can be accessed in the "Apply Now" section on our website.
- To what terms can I apply?
- Students may apply to the Fall or spring semester programs.
- Where can I get help with my application and/or my resume prior to applying to UCDC?
- For help with your resume and/or cover letter prior to applying to the UCDC program, you may reach out to the Center for Career & Professional Advancement.
- Do I need to submit a letter of recommendation with my application?
- Yes, you will need to submit two letters of recommendation with your application. All letters of recommendation should be submitted to by email to ucdc@ucmerced.edu.
Questions About Academic Units (UCM)
- How many units will I receive for my UCDC seminar?
- Students who successfully complete their UCDC seminar will receive 4 units.
- Is the seminar for a letter grade or is it pass/no pass?
- The seminar is for a letter grade.
- How many units will I receive for my internship?
- Students who successfully complete their internship with a positive supervisor evaluation will receive 4 units.
- Are the internship units for a letter grade or are they pass/no pass?
- The internship units are pass/no pass.
- How many hours a week must I work in order to earn the internship units?
- Students must work at least 32 hours a week in order to successfully earn academic units for their internship.